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Top therapists in Downers Grove, IL accepting new patients

Seeking therapy in Downers Grove, Illinois? Headway offers flexible mental healthcare through 2,677 providers serving the community. Whether you're in Walnut Hill, Old Tavern, or Maple Avenue areas, find empowering providers ready for consultations. Most sessions are covered by insurance with copays as low as $0.

Bridget Montgomery

Bridget Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I'm a licensed psychotherapist and certified Somatic Activated Healing coach who believes that lasting healing happens when we work with both the mind and the body.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Phyllis Gould

Phyllis Gould

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


Are you looking for a therapist who understands your culture and speaks your language? I can help. I am fluent in Spanish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, and German.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor with 40 years of clinical experience. I work with adults, children, and adolescents, and I value each person’s cultural background, identity, and lived experience.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lynn Buck

Lynn Buck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Plainfield, IL


“I work with clients using a warm and empathetic non-clinical style that treats you like I would want to be treated - as a human being that just wants a little help, not as broken or a diagnosis.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Kerry Ito

Kerry Ito

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Kerry specializes in guiding individuals toward reclaiming their joy and inner peace through profound spiritual growth practices.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rae Reed

Rae Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a space to explore ingrained habits in relationships, to build trust that allows you to feel your emotions and learn new healthy habits.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Crystol DeJohnette

Crystol DeJohnette

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“While therapy with me is goal-oriented, it's also compassionate. Open-mindedness and a non-judgmental stance will always be prioritized...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Brittany Bishop

Dr. Brittany Bishop

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Crest Hill, IL


“I use a gentle approach to counseling. I use holistic methods, encouraging the use of nature, art, and mindfulness to reach your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Georgia Angelakos

Georgia Angelakos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I am an unapologetic "brain nerd" and our sessions will likely end up delving into some aspects of neurobiology.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shawn Nowotnik

Shawn Nowotnik

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I can provide you with a therapeutic relationship that will feel safe and collaborative so that it can serve as the basis for healing.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Barney Straus

Barney Straus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I specialize in helping people recover from additions and compulsive behaviors, such as online porn use and gambling.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Renee Rodgers

Renee Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I think clients will develop their own voice, intrapersonally and with others; establish a place to emote; discover solutions to problems.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Caterina Frollano

Caterina Frollano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Caterina uses an integrative approach drawing from DBT, CBT, psychodynamic, and culturally informed therapies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work with my patients in a partnership that lets us build a plan that will work the best for them!”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Megan Kelly

Megan Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Arlington Heights, IL


“I take a trauma-informed, holistic approach to therapy and use a variety of interventions based on what works best for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Schupbach

Hannah Schupbach

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work from a person-centered and relational approach. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship between my clients and myself is key for success.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charles Ruiz

Charles Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Chicago, IL


As a therapist with five years of experience, I have worked with people facing a variety of struggles including depression, anxiety, and stress, as well as life transitions, surviving past trauma and abuse, feeling suicidal, and states of mania and psychosis. Our therapy will be a warm and introspective space where you can expect to be treated with dignity. I affirm LGBTQ+ identities; I welcome persons of different cultures, races, nationalities, and religious beliefs. Above all, I look forward to knowing you as a unique and singular person.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Heather Stample

Heather Stample

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Oswego, IL


“My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and client-centered. I believe you are the expert of your own story...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lise Schiffer

Lise Schiffer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Chicago, IL


I am a solution focused therapist with 39 years of experience. My therapy style is cognitive, interactive, compassionate, and, if need be, challenging. I believe effective therapy should produce change, not just insight. I will listen to you deeply, help conceptualize the problems, patterns, and dynamics which are causing you trouble, and give you feedback. Together, we will develop a strategy for more effective functioning and a better quality of life. therapy.

I do not do phone consultations.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. John Brolley

Dr. John Brolley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Frankfort, IL


“I have twenty years experience working with clients who have struggled with anxiety, depression, high stress, and those that feel stuck, not sure what to do next?”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Staci Weber

Staci Weber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Palatine, IL


“I'm a faith-based therapist trained in CBT, Gottman Method couples therapy, ACT, IFS, and attachment-based approaches with an emphasis on cultural competence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Frankfort, IL


Dr. Idowu Oshokoya DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Chicago, IL. He works with adolescents, adults, and older adults, and provides care for patients who are battling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolars, and other mental disorders. Idowu studied at Walden University, He has extensive training and 10 years of experience with behavioral health.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Phyllis Gould

Phyllis Gould

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I have always been interested in clients' cultural backgrounds and am fluent in Spanish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, French and German.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Yisroel Goodman

Yisroel Goodman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Skokie, IL


“I help clients heal from old wounds, strengthen their relationships, and reconnect with their authentic selves.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Brennan

Michelle Brennan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Tinley Park, IL


“I believe that effective therapy requires both deep clinical understanding and a compassionate, real-world connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sajdah Uddin

Sajdah Uddin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I meet you where you are- with compassion and curiosity to help you reconnect with your authentic self.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raul Arambula

Raul Arambula

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Joliet, IL


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe place where you can be honest, feel understood, and work toward meaningful change without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adriana Garza

Adriana Garza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Shorewood, IL


“My hope is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amber Pfeiffer

Amber Pfeiffer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I strongly believe in empowering my clients to take an active role in their mental health and providing them with the tools and resources they need to succeed.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Mykal Merrill

Dr. Mykal Merrill

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Skokie, IL


“I believe people make sense when you understand the full context of their lives - their relationships, culture, identity, environment, history, and the experiences that shaped them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ali Vernasco

Ali Vernasco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I have over 11 years experience in the field of Social Work, with a passion for helping my clients work through difficult life transitions, trauma, gender, and grief.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Benjamin Foster

Dr. Benjamin Foster

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe in the transformative nature of a relationship with a professional who knows you, knows what you want for yourself, and can help you get it in the way that will work for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cameron Stamm

Cameron Stamm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


Cameron works to empower clients as they move towards their goals of their healing journeys. She values care, and trust within the therapeutic process to create a safe space for clients to foster growth with intentionality. Cameron's support is backed by ove 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and parents, families.

Cameron specializes in integrating relational, play-based, somatic, narrative, feminist, and values based work. She is committed to inclusive, culturally responsive care and her collaborative approach centers mutuality, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mallory Cybulski

Mallory Cybulski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work exclusively with women and the LGBTQIA+ community. While I may specialize in men's issues when it comes to my personal life, it is not an area of my clinical expertise.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saadiq Bey

Saadiq Bey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Clients often tell me that they feel seen, heard, and respected in our work together, and that's exactly my goal.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Aaron Chatman

Dr. Aaron Chatman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Evergreen Park, IL


I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of clinical experience. I am passionate about helping others overcome the anxiety, depression, and trauma that impact their lives. I've worked in education, government, and hospital settings, and I am a former U.S. Marine. I bring depth, knowledge and experience to each session and use them to help promote and support healing for my clients.

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Claudio Altman

Dr. Claudio Altman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


I believe that therapy works best when people feel understood, respected and safe. I have over 20 year of experience helping adults navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, identity exploration, grief/loss, life transitions and relationship challenges. Much of my career has been devoted to working with veterans and individuals who have faced difficult or traumatic experiences. I strongly believe in establishing a relationship of equals and mutual respect between therapist and client; one that leads to a guided journey of self-discovery and change.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Edythe Kleinman

Edythe Kleinman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Arlington Heights, IL


“I sometimes will use an eclectic approach to a situation. Many times I will use a cognitive approach.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Davison

Dr. Michael Davison

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Arlington Heights, IL


“My role is to offer a steady, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what's happening, and build practical paths toward greater stability and clarity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Latesha Harris-Boyd

Latesha Harris-Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My goal is to help folks increase tolerance for peace and calm. My goal is to reduce denial, increase self-awareness and aid you in being able to self-differentiate.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sylvia Sztark

Dr. Sylvia Sztark

Therapist

In-person • 17 mi away • Park Ridge, IL


I have 16 years of experience in the counseling field and am trained in integrative approaches including EMDR, Brainspotting, somatic and body-based therapies, and mindfulness-based interventions. I am dedicated to helping clients heal through a holistic approach that supports the mind, body, and spirit. My goal is to help individuals develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and lasting emotional well-being

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Downers Grove, IL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Downers Grove, IL
There are over 142 therapists in Downers Grove, IL accepting new patients.
142+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 80%Relationship issues
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 96%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 86%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 70%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 3%Polish
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 99%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 28%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Downers Grove

Searching for therapists in Downers Grove starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. People often look for therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare Downers Grove therapists, look for training, specialties, and approaches that fit your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, family therapy, or support for couples and marriage counseling.

In a smaller local market like Downers Grove, nearby in-person options may vary by schedule, office location, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in Illinois. Before booking, consider appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios can also show how they describe their style, session structure, and areas of focus.

Therapy in Downers Grove can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, check your insurance, see estimated costs upfront, and book directly when you are ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.